Ayurvedic Support For Women’s Health
Ayurveda, the ancient Indian "science of life," provides effective lifestyle and medical treatments for numerous health issues that modern women encounter. It deals with the underlying source of imbalances, which is crucial when there are several mind-body systems at play. Women have particular biological needs, which Ayurveda meets with a tailored, all-encompassing treatment. It recognizes women as strong, independent "Shaktis." The ancient book Charaka Samhita states that women "represent the universe itself and are auspicious, abundant, symbolic of righteousness." Although it doesn't imply they have to, their capacity to bear children and maintain life affects the cycles their mind-body complex goes through. We examine the Ayurvedic approach to women's health in this article.
Five principles of women’s health
Ayurvedic science is based on fundamental ideas. As a basis for women's health, it is beneficial to comprehend these fundamental ideas.
Constitution: The distinct Ayurvedic constitution of women, which is made up of the energy principals Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, is used to analyze women's health. Every woman has a distinct constitution from birth, and it never changes. Being aware of who they are helps them on their path to self-care.
Lifecycles and stages: Ayurveda provides a thorough description of the care needed at each stage, or epoch, of life, including puberty, menarche, pregnancy, postpartum care and lactation, perimenopause, menopause, and ageing gracefully. These phases require the balance of a woman's hormones.
Special Needs: Ayurveda treats specific health issues for women, such as breast, skin, and hair care, sexual and reproductive health, and cancer prevention for conditions like ovarian, cervical, and breast cancer.
Restoring Balance: Ayurvedic therapies can assist women in realigning with their fundamental constitution by assessing their stage of life, constitution, imbalances, and specific requirements. Diet, lifestyle, herbs, yoga, meditation, bodywork therapies like Shirodhara or Abhyanga, or Panchakarma detoxification for more complicated imbalances are some examples of these interventions.
Holistic Approach: A holistic approach includes addressing mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being while navigating a complex world.
To understand how these five principles are implemented, let’s explore some of the common themes regarding women’s health.
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Menstrual and reproductive health
A woman's body naturally purges itself during the cycle of ovulation to menstruation. Unlike males, whose reproductive tissue must be replaced, they are spared depletion during the act of intercourse because of this inherent management of their cycle. But to keep up this cycle for the entire month, it needs its own energy reserve. Maintaining wellbeing so requires understanding how to support oneself during each phase and balance one's Doshas.
Blood flow in the uterus is increased by Pitta Dosha in order to facilitate the implantation of a fertilized egg. From the follicular phase until the egg matures and releases during ovulation, and even after a pregnancy, binding and sustenance are the responsibilities of Kapha Dosha.
Menstruation is dominated by the Vata Dosha, which also causes the lining of the uterus to flow downhill in the event that the egg is not fertilised, resulting in a smooth period. Menocare is an adaptogen that promotes hormone balance, PMS, menopausal transition, and healthy menstruation.
Ayurveda recommends eating light food during menstruation, avoiding
pungent foods, sleeping on time and enough, but avoiding daytime sleep.
They may wish to “slow down” during menstruation, especially if they’re Vata Pitta-dominant, with excess bleeding or cramping, and lighten their exercise routine.
Menopause
In Ayurveda, women transitioning into the Vata phase of life are said to experience menopause as a perfectly normal phenomena. Many women today are unsure of how to accept it without having an adverse effect on their health. Many women experience mood changes, sleeplessness, fogging of the mind, food cravings, exhaustion, weight gain, migraines, and hot flashes when they enter the early menopause. Complications such as osteoporosis and joint diseases can be mitigated and hormone replacement medication, which has potential negative effects, may not be necessary with Ayurvedic support.
There are three types of imbalances during Menopause:
Constipation, bloating, dry vagina, discomfort, and anxiety are all signs of vata imbalance. Regular warm meals will help them feel better than cold or uncooked foods. Other helpful practices include self-massage (abhyanga), early bedtimes, meditation, and grounding exercises like yoga. Herbs such as Ashwagandha would also be beneficial.
Anger, irritability, hot flashes, heavy flow, and acne are all possible signs of a pita imbalance. They will gain from eating chilly foods, practicing meditation, and staying out of the sun. One useful herb for prevention is shatavari.
Lethargy, edoema, weight gain, a sluggish metabolism, and depression are examples of Kapha imbalances. Exercise, light meals, ginger tea, and herbs like Jeerakaristam and Ashoka will be beneficial to them.
Hormonal balance
Women's cycles are controlled by the hypothalamus, pituitary, and ovarian axis, all of which are sensitive to stress. Throughout a woman's life cycle, her levels of progesterone, testosterone, and oestrogen are continually changing. Hormonal imbalance problems can lead to a variety of symptoms, including spotting, cramps, lower back discomfort, headaches during menstruation, excessive or scant bleeding, and breast tenderness and exhaustion prior to menstruation.
Hormone balance is assisted by formulas such as Shatavari, Ashwagandha, and Sukumar Ghritam; however, their use is recommended in accordance with a customised regimen under the guidance of a licenced Ayurvedic practitioner.
Hormone balance is assisted by formulas such as Shatavari, Ashwagandha, and Sukumar Ghritam; however, their use is recommended in accordance with a customised regimen under the guidance of a licenced Ayurvedic practitioner.
Fertility and pregnancy
Pregnancy-related rituals include dietary and lifestyle changes, as well as physical and psychological preparation for conception. The foetus receives enough nutrition from these rites. The mother's lifestyle, food, and mental health all have a significant impact on the development of the foetus. An Ayurvedic practitioner gives general principles as well as month-by-month recommendations, with a strong focus on reducing stress. Restoring the Dhatus, or tissues, avoiding Vata Dosha imbalance, enhancing digestion and metabolism, and restoring strength are the main goals of the postpartum routine. It is possible to include supportive herbal formulations such as Dashamula, Dasahmoolaristham, Jeerakarishtam, and the use of oils such as Dhanwantharam Thailam.
Skin and beauty
Beauty is not just skin deep in Ayurveda. Beauty is luminosity on the inside, out, and for a long time. In actuality, Ayurveda defines "beauty" as belonging to every person, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. However, Ayurvedic beauty is a sanctuary for women with really healing, useful tools in a world where commercial solutions are frequently poisonous and expensive, and unfairly drive women to unattainable beauty standards. Ayurveda views hormones and Dosha balance as factors that affect the quality of skin and hair. Regular lifestyle practices, both at night and during the day, are beneficial for general health and have a great effect on the skin and hair.
Examples of Ayurvedic skin and hair care routines include:
- Cleansing with gentle organic products
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Abhyanga or self-massage with oil
Hair and scalp treatments with oil
External hydration support with Kumkumadi Oil
- Eating nourishing, balancing seasonal foods
Mental and emotional wellbeing
Manasa Shastra, the eight branches of Ayurveda, includes Ayurvedic psychology. An individual's physical experience is given the same weight as their cerebral and emotional experiences. The mind and body are inextricably linked to emotional imbalances, and vice versa. In order to better understand a client, an Ayurvedic practitioner will inquire about "physical" indicators such as the client's eyes, skin, and elimination habits in addition to the client's stress levels, existing connections, and obstacles. The holistic method is based on the healing and empowering experience of establishing the mind-body connection.
The average woman’s life is highly stressful in this day and age.
Ayurvedic daily regimens can ground, calm, and lift their spirits.
A good daily regimen includes:
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Self-massage before showering
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Yoga and meditation
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Nourishing meals with whole foods
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Plenty of hydration
Women's health passes through several cycles, just like nature. Women can prevent and manage health imbalances by following the dietary, lifestyle, sleep, preventative, and personalised healthcare concepts of Ayurveda. Infertility, anxiety, stress, menstrual cramps, libido loss, and hormonal changes are just a few of the conditions that women may face. In addition to facing abuse or violence, they could require assistance for a smooth pregnancy or delivery. Ayurveda helps women cure from all of these ailments and start a fresh, healthy, and encouraging lifestyle. Women's health should ideally be evaluated by a certified Ayurvedic Vaidya or Practitioner for a thorough evaluation.
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